Description

Pumpkin cinnamon rolls are a cozy fall favorite made with soft pumpkin-spiced dough, a sweet brown sugar filling, and topped with a maple cream cheese glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Ingredients

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3/4 cup whole milk, warmed

2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast

1 tsp sugar (for yeast)

3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice

1 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar

3/4 tsp salt

1 large egg, whisked

1 egg yolk, whisked

5 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

6 tbsp pumpkin puree

1/2 tbsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (filling)

1 cup light brown sugar, packed

1 1/2 tbsp pumpkin pie spice (filling)

Pinch of salt

1/4 cup heavy cream (for proofing)

8 oz cream cheese, softened

6 tbsp maple syrup

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted

1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (for glaze)

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Instructions

Activate the yeast – Warm the milk until it reaches 105–110°F. Stir in yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
Mix dry ingredients – In a stand mixer, whisk together flour, pumpkin pie spice, sugar, and salt.
Add wet ingredients – Mix in the egg, egg yolk, butter, pumpkin puree, and vanilla. Pour in the yeast mixture and stir until combined.
Knead the dough – Switch to a dough hook and knead on medium speed for about 5 minutes, until smooth and slightly tacky.
First rise – Shape the dough into a ball, place it in a greased bowl, cover, and allow it to rise in a warm spot for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Prepare the filling – Mix softened butter, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt into a paste.
Assemble the rolls – Roll dough into an 18×12-inch rectangle. Spread filling evenly, then roll tightly into a log. Slice into 12 rolls.
Second rise – Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Pour heavy cream between them. Cover loosely and let rise for 1 hour.
Bake – Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 20–25 minutes, until golden orange.
Make the glaze – Beat cream cheese and maple syrup until smooth. Slowly mix in powdered sugar, then add pumpkin pie spice.
Glaze and serve – Allow the rolls to cool slightly for about 5 minutes, then generously spread glaze over the top before serving.

Notes

For best texture, don’t overbake—check at 20 minutes.

Rolls can be prepped the night before, refrigerated, and baked the next day.

Use room temperature ingredients for smoother dough and glaze.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 410
Sugar: 27g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 6g